Madeiran Brimstone Butterfly vs Wall Brown
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Madeiran Brimstone Butterfly | Wall Brown |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gonepteryx maderensis | Lasiommata megera |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Pieridae | Nymphalidae |
| Size | 50-60 mm wingspan | Wingspan 36-50mm |
| Habitat | Forests | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Madeira | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
Madeiran Brimstone Butterfly
A yellow butterfly endemic to the island of Madeira in the Atlantic. It is closely related to Canary Island brimstones but geographically isolated.
Did You Know?
Fewer than 1000 individuals are thought to survive in small laurel forest patches on Madeira.
Wall Brown
An orange-brown butterfly with eyespots that basks with wings open on walls, rocks and bare ground.
Did You Know?
Named for its habit of sunbathing on warm walls and has sadly declined across much of western Europe.